Top Picks for Labor Day in Jacksonville
Your top things to do for Labor Day Weekend in Jacksonville, Florida.
Early September means beautiful weather and “endless summer” in Jacksonville. Enjoy the Labor Day Holiday weekend with these top things to do:
1. Celebrate 904 Day
904 Day celebrates all local businesses, especially small ones. Support all things local over Labor Day Weekend — from one-of-a-kind shops and independent restaurants to attractions and destinations that contribute to Northeast Florida’s unique quality of life.
2. Hit the Beach
Labor Day is a celebration and tribute to American workers, so enjoy some well-deserved rest and relaxation on our 22 miles of white sand beaches. Our guide to Jacksonville’s beaches shares everything you need to know for a successful day of sun and sand. Stop by the Beaches Museum to get some great brochures and find things to do near the Beaches and beyond.
3. Find Your Park
Our city is home to the largest urban park system in the U.S. and we’re close to some awesome national parks and preserves. Check out our Top Parks Guide.
4. Explore One of Our Trails
As mentioned above, we have the largest urban park system in the United States so we take pride in our nature trails. We encourage you to explore those on your visit to Jacksonville for Labor Day Weekend! Did you know we also have other trails?
Black Heritage Trail: Discover Jacksonville's rich Black history with this self-guided tour.
Jax Ale Trail: Explore local breweries and get prizes for different levels of completion. Pick up a printed passport from our Visitor Center or your first brewery stop. OR you can go digital and participate through your phone on the Visit Jax app.
Jax Coffee & Donuts Trail: Sip and savor your way through this sweet trail. This is only available through the Visit Jax app.
Mayport Shrimp Trail: Try our local delicacy, Mayport shrimp. Sample dishes from fish camps and restaurants all over the city and devour this trail on the Visit Jax app.
For more inspiration on things to do this Labor Day weekend, stop by one of our Visitor Centers.
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